Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Powered by our proprietary global newscrawler and advanced data science, Onclusive now empowers communications teams with a fully unified earned, owned, and social media relations and monitoring platform to enable every step of the PR process. Onclusive’s media database has everything I need to build my pitch, all in one place.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 4, 2020

Many of the PR technology vendors I track for the monthly PR Tech Sum put a greater emphasis on earned media than media relations in their messaging. Earned media is sexy. It’s larger than media relations, but only in the abstract. c) What makes a great pitch?

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Presspage

MARCH 18, 2025

The average journalist receives dozens (if not hundreds) of pitches daily, yet the response rate hovers around a paltry 3.15%. So, how do you cut through the inbox clutter and get your pitch picked up? What is a PR Pitch? 7 tips for a killer media pitch 1. 67% of journalists prefer pitches under 200 words.

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Agility PR Solutions

MAY 9, 2019

To add to this, many of today’s news outlets measure and evaluate reporters’ stories strictly on number of click-throughs and website traffic resulting from […]. The post Media relations mentoring—6 strong pitching practices for B2B companies appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Welcome back to our blog series about building a perfect pitch and nurturing your media relationships! This article is all about best practices for pitching—based on our customers’ collective experience and wisdom. As we mentioned last week, the key to creating a relevant and compelling pitch is knowing your audience.

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Agility PR Solutions

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Most stories pitched and placed by PR pros have had a COVID-19 angle or tie-in (with exceptions, of course). The post Pitching the media: How do you measure up to global standards? Since March 2020, the pandemic has consumed headlines. That’s why earlier in 2021, Agility PR Solutions surveyed over […].

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PRSay

JANUARY 11, 2022

Problem: Reporter response rates to media pitches are at 3.49 Meanwhile, the rate at which journalists open email pitches has also declined, according to the latest Propel Media Barometer. So, what is the goal of the PR pitch? It aspires to generate earned media coverage. Pitches that grab reporters.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Earned Media/Media Relations. Far from just managing a digital Rolodex, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. The PR pro may media train spokespeople themselves or hire an outside agency or consultant to lead a one-time session.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 6, 2018

Tech PR and media relations are sometimes a bit like dating. ” If a PR pro fails to consider offering a story to media as an exclusive, he may forfeit a great opportunity. Let’s use this model to get the scoop on pitching media exclusives for B2B technology programs. The $ pitches are no-brainers.

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Cision

APRIL 14, 2015

Since the start of public relations, media placements have been the holy grail of PR success. However, with shrinking newsrooms and journalists being bombarded with pitches, how does a media relations campaign stand a chance in this new age? The Media Won’t Cover You if They Don’t Know You.

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Cision

MAY 16, 2016

Do your public relations campaigns make an impact or fall short of competitors’? So what should your brand include in its measurement strategy ? With social monitoring software , you can track how many times your brand is mentioned by media outlets, influencers, prospects, bloggers and more. Earned Media. Mention Volume.

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Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 9, 2022

We’re looking for original speakers for a series of practical events focused on innovation and excellence in media relations. COVID-19 has impacted how public relations practitioners work with journalists. Please check out the sessions we’ve planned and if you’re interested submit a pitch for a speaking slot.

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Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2016

Although some PR professionals have seized the opportunity to evolve their public relations strategies, far too many have stayed complacent, keeping their heads down and focusing on media relations and other traditional tactics that have served them well throughout the years. Earned Media.

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Stern + Associates

JULY 3, 2024

That’s a good thing to do if you’re in media relations in 2024 as well. In the spirit of the holiday, here are three media relations tactics that you should leave behind. “Spray and pray” outreach : This term refers to sending out indistinguishable media pitches en masse and hoping they get interest.

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Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Here are the metrics that every PR pro should measure. Media relations professionals know that the competition for media attention is fiercer than ever before. There are about five PR pros for every journalist, a ratio that can be discouraging for those struggling to earn a media placement for their client.

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Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

In this week’s blog about earned media strategy and measurement, we’re talking about developing and implementing a content distribution plan that uses every opportunity to showcase your stories in front of your key audiences. That said, don’t expect your social media channels to be the biggest driver of conversions for you.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 11, 2021

Planning is vital to successful pitching and one essential component is the humble editorial calendar. An edcal is a content roadmap that ensures a steady flow of media coverage, even absent major news announcements. Repurposed content: Refresh previous content and select successful pitch ideas and posts. Measure Performance.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Earned Media & Media Relations. In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

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Prowly

JANUARY 14, 2025

PR Problem #1: Pitch engagement is lower than ever before Getting journalists to respond to pitches is starting to feel like pushing a boulder uphill. The emphasis is on deeply researching Tier 1 journalists, crafting individual pitches, and focusing on building lasting relationships.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 18, 2025

Today, in 2025, its on pace to surpass Walmart in sales , which would make it the largest retailer by that measure, according to The Wall Street Journal. Yet when it comes to PR and specifically media relations , founders and executives typically shy away from being candid about missteps and setbacks. Of course not.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2020

75% of PR and comms pros say media relations is getting harder – up 25% over three years; here are some practical techniques for adapting A majority of public relations and communications professionals say media relations keeps getting harder. Here are a few representative comments: “Media are stretched very thin.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Key elements such as understanding the audience, leveraging media relations, managing crises, engaging on social media, fostering employee relations, and giving back to the community help create a strong and enduring reputation for any organization.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2019

.” But most PR agencies have become more sophisticated about goal-setting and measurement. Think “increase awareness among prospective customers by 20%” and make sure there’s a mechanism to measure it. It may also play a part in measuring a program’s success or impact, as in the example above.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

There are a few key strategies that tech companies can implement that also highlight the importance of measuring and analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure the success of PR efforts. Media Relations Cultivating strong relationships with journalists is crucial for securing media coverage.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Not long ago, I had a conversation about PR measurement with someone I consider a media relations master — a person who leads global communications for a high-flying public company. Rather than try to convince him of how inconsequential it was, I decided to focus my pitching efforts on that outlet.

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Prowly

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The new goals of digital PR While your clients might still want to see vanity metrics and concrete data, it's your job to make sure they also understand that success isn't only measured by the number of media mentions, backlinks, and press releases being sent out. This is important and measures general brand awareness.

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5W PR

JANUARY 29, 2025

This strategy should outline how PR and content teams will collaborate to create, distribute, and measure the impact of their storytelling efforts. Creating a Unified Content Strategy A unified content strategy starts with clear objectives that align with overall business goals.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 20, 2017

Whether you’re just starting out in social media or want to learn more about the latest, shiny platform, there are online courses out there for everyone. The same applies if you want to improve your pitching journalists or learning how to prove your PR work is tied to business results. How can you do that?

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PRSay

JUNE 24, 2024

According to a survey the media database company conducted, having enough resources and receiving responses from journalists are top concerns of public relations professionals. While media relations remains a primary task for PR professionals, artificial intelligence now ranks as a higher priority, the report finds.

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Cision

APRIL 7, 2017

Kristin Daher, the President and founder of Powerhouse Communications , spearheads the creative communications agency providing a wide range of media relations, brand strategy, and social media services with a specialty in the foodservice and franchise space. What are your secrets for media relations success?

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

At the time, Equilar was using the Cision media monitoring platform, which was addressing some of their needs but did not meet the standard they required to refine their PR strategy. The post Why The Equilar Communications Team Moved from Cision to Onclusive Pro appeared first on Onclusive.

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Onclusive

OCTOBER 7, 2021

While an accurate and comprehensive media database is the first cornerstone to growing your brand presence and reputation, you also need a robust relationship management platform to send targeted pitches, communicate with reporters and track your campaign effectiveness.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 27, 2011

Waxing UnLyrical personal, possibly poetic, musings on public relations, media, communication, and everything in between About Shonali 15 Reasons Your PR Pitches Suck January 27th, 2011 Tweet In the genes? I can’t tell you how many pitches I received that were so bloviated, they would have made Alec Baldwin jealous.

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Cision

MAY 26, 2017

At Thought Bubble Communications , one of our many strengths is media relations. One of the reasons we are so successful is because we relate to people as people. We get to know our media and influencers as the people they are, outside of their jobs. To put it plainly, analytics produce tangible, measurable results.

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Prowly

DECEMBER 11, 2024

These insights can guide your unique positioning and help you carve out a distinct space in the media landscape. Enhance your pitching strategy Identify the top media outlets and journalists covering your industry trends and competitors. If you're focusing on PR campaigns, you'll measure media placements online and offline.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 23, 2022

For example, journalists who focus on privacy and data concerns on big tech platforms may be intrigued by a pitch about a data breach on a major social network. It’s best to prioritize research into the most appropriate reporters and outlets for a specific cybersecurity pitch. Context matters. All breaches aren’t the same.

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Polaris

NOVEMBER 29, 2014

Stories about bad PR pitches—especially pitches to bloggers—are ubiquitous. Ketchum, a multinational public relations firm, invites bloggers to enjoy a four-course meal prepared by a celebrity chef at a New York City restaurant. .” Yet even I’m bombarded with irrelevant pitches addressed to “Undisclosed Recipients.”.

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